Winter Term Schedules

The new schedules are up! You can find them on your personal schedule page. Let me know if you have any conflicts as soon as possible. Note that they begin Monday, January 6th.

New Student Assistant Assignment Available

New Student Assistant Assignment Available

On a one-term, trial basis, we are offering a unique student assistant assignment for up to 3 student assistants during Winter Term.  This assignment will be in addition to the student assistant’s regular library work schedule.  Students selected for this assignment will be assisting Elizabeth with Library Instruction sessions.  The description/requirements are as follows:

Instruction Student Assistant (ISA)

Requirements:

• Worked at Oesterle Library for a minimum of three terms
• Familiar with Oesterle Library policies and procedures
• Committed to providing excellent customer service - uses a respectful tone, has patience
• Attended at least one library research instruction session at North Central College

Duties:

• Assist Instructional Services Librarian (Elizabeth) during library research instruction sessions
• Answer general questions (“How do I get to that page?,” etc.)
• In-class technology trouble-shooting
• Explain basic research concepts and assist with basic research questions during workshop-style sessions

As indicated in the description, students who have worked for the library a minimum of 3 terms will be eligible to apply for this assignment.  (Assistant Student Coordinators and Student Coordinators are also eligible to apply.)   Depending on the number and qualifications of the applicants, up to 3 assignments may be offered.

Student Assistants accepted for this assignment will be expected to work 8-12 hours per week of regular student assistant assignments.  (Please note the lower maximum number of hours indicated here.  This is to allow hours for the ISA assignment.)  In addition, they will be able to sign up for a maximum of 12 hours of ISA sessions and/or sub hours per week.

Student Assistants selected to work as ISAs will not be “assigned” specific ISA hours.  Instead, they will be able to select the hours that they would like to work each week from a list of available Instruction Sessions.  Please note that Instruction Sessions are primarily daytime sessions.  Therefore, applicants should have daytime availability and be willing to pick up 1-3 shifts each week as their class/work schedule allows.  Please note that the number of instruction sessions scheduled per week will taper off as we approach the end of the term.  The bulk of the available ISA hours will be in weeks 3 through 7.

Student Assistants interested in applying for an ISA assignment for Winter Term should indicate their interest in writing by Noon on Wednesday, November 20.  Applications should be sent to Belinda either via email or print copy.  Each applicant should be sure to address the following in their letter of application.

·        

      Experiences you have had as a library student assistant, in your classes, or in other aspects of your college career that you feel make you especially qualified for this assignment.

·         Aspects of your college major/minor or future career aspirations that make this assignment particularly appealing to you.

In addition to each student assistant’s letter of application, their past work history (dependability, display of appropriate initiative in their work, understanding of and adherence to library rules/responsibilities of student assistants, attendance record, etc.) will be considered.

Please do not hesitate to contact Belinda or Elizabeth directly if you have any questions about this opportunity or the application process.

Periodicals printer

Hello!

We are experiencing some problems with the periodicals printer.  In order for me to be sure things are being taken care of, please let me know if you have any problems with it by emailing me.

Thanks!
Heidi

Open Shifts!

Hello!

Everyone has signed up for finals week and I still have some open shifts.  I have put all of them up on the substitution request site.  If you are looking for some extra holiday cash or money to help you on that trip abroad, this is the perfect way to get it!  Please take a look and see if you can take any of those shifts!

Heidi

End-of-Term Matters

TO:             All Oesterle Library Student Assistants

FROM:       Belinda Cheek, Access Services Coordinator

RE:             End-of-Term Matters

DATE:        October 23, 2013

The end of the term is rapidly approaching!  Please complete the following instructions as we prepare schedules for Finals Week and Winter Term.

1.      FINALS WEEK - All students are expected to work their regular work schedule through Saturday, November 23^rd.  A finals week schedule is being prepared for Sunday, November 24^th through Wednesday, November 27^th.  All student assistants are required to sign up to work a minimum of four hours during finals week.  Please see Heidi by 5:00 on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12^th to sign up for your hours.

2.      WINTER TERM SCHEDULES - All student assistants who plan to work Winter Term will be assigned a work schedule before they leave for D-Term.  (If for any reason you don’t plan to work next term, please let Heidi know right away!!)   The appropriate schedule on this webpage should be completed to indicate when you will be available to work during Winter Term.  Please complete the form carefully and thoughtfully!  Also, remember that any form that does not leave enough hours for us to work with when assigning schedules will be returned for revision.  All forms should be given to Heidi by 5:00 on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12^th.

If you have any questions about this process, please do not hesitate to contact Heidi or me.  

I-Share shelf

Hello!

I am getting reports that someone is putting Oesterle owned materials on the I-Share shelf.  These items do not belong here.  When our items are returned they should be discharged in the computer, taken to the back, resensitized, stamped, and put on one of the cart in Dewey decimal system order.  Only I-Share items should be placed on the I-Share shelves.

Thank you,
Heidi

Wireless

Hi!

You may have noticed that there is an NCC_guest wireless network now.  This is open to anyone who wants to use it.  It only gives access to the internet.  No access to printing or network information.  The password will always be available at the staff side of the information services desk.

Thanks!

Heidi

D-Term Position

TO:        Oesterle Library Student Assistants
FROM:  Belinda Cheek, Coordinator of the Student Assistant Program
RE:         D-Term Positions
DATE:   October 22, 2013

 Oesterle Library has the following student assistant positions available for D-Term:

 1. TWO FULL-TIME POSITIONS (40 hours per week)
     Expected to work the following dates: December 2- December 20
     Hours will include daytime, evening and Saturday hours

***Please note: depending on the applicant pool, these positions may be broken down into multiple part-time positions

 2. ONE PART-TIME POSITION (approximately 25 hours per week)
     Expected to work the following dates: December 2- December 20
     Hours will include daytime, evening and Saturday hours

Hours will also be available on the following dates during Christmas Break:
     December 30-31 and January 2-3
     Hours available will be 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Student assistants working these positions will primarily be assigned to the Information Services Desk and/or the Periodicals Desk. Student assistants may also be assigned to a few hours in other library units. 

Preference will be given to applicants that:
     - are able to work all hours and dates
     - have an excellent attendance and work record

Campus housing is available at no extra charge for any student wishing to stay on campus during D-Term (December 2- December 20). Typically campus housing is not available during Christmas break (December 21-January 5). Student assistants who have questions about the availability of housing during this time should contact the office of Residence Life.

Anyone interested in a position for D-Term should complete the application form and submit it by Noon on Tuesday, October 29th.

Panic Button Winner!

Chris won the contest for the best panic button selfie!

As you can see, this is pretty fantastic!  Please give Chris a thumbs up the next time you see him!

Heidi

the PANIC button!!!!

Did you know that we have a panic button at the information services desk?  It's located right above the desensitizer and receipt printer.  You can see it in the picture below

And here it is close up

The panic button should only be used if people at the desk feel like they are threatened and are not able to pick up a phone.  Don't worry, in all of my years working here, there has never been a reason to use it.  To use the panic button you have to squeeze both buttons at the same time, this will alert the police that they need to get here right away.  Please do not press the panic button unless you are physically threatened and you cannot pick up the phone!  It is for emergencies only.

So, take some time this week and acquaint yourself with the panic button.  For bonus points, take a selfie with the panic button and send it to me.  Best picture wins a piece of candy.  You are automatically disqualified if you activate the panic button while taking the picture and $150 will be deducted from your pay for the false alarm police charge.  Submissions are due Sunday, October 20th, 11:59pm.

Have a great day!
Heidi

Printing Receipts

Hello,

I hear people are having problems getting a receipt to print at the information services desk while discharging an ishare book.  Please remember to have your default printer set to the "generic/text only" printer if a receipt does not print.  The way to check this is to go to your start menu, devices and printers, then right click over "generic/text only" and set as default printer.

Thanks!
Heidi

Reminder: Confidentiality forms and website checklists are due soon

Hello,

Just a reminder: the confidentiality sheets and website checklists we passed out at the dinner are due on Friday.  A lot of you have not turned these in, they are a requirement.  Please get them done and turned in!

Heidi

Orientation TONIGHT!

Orientation dinner is tonight!  YAY!

New Schedules Are Up!

New Schedules!

The new schedules are up! You can find them on your personal schedule page. Let me know if you have any conflicts as soon as possible. Note that they begin Monday, September 30.

Friday, September 27 through Sunday, September 29 you may have a new student assistant sitting with you during your shift. Please continue your regular work and allow them to watch the procedures at the desk.  Be nice to them!

YAY! School is starting!

I hope you have all had a fantastic summer! I am excited to see you all Monday!

Please remember to come in Monday, September 16th to get all checked it. This includes student assistants, ASCs, and SCs. You need to see me or Belinda.

Student Assistants: if you really want to be on top of things please fill out a new schedule form to turn in by Wednesday, September 18th at noon for us to be able to schedule past week 2!

Fall Term Schedules are up

The fall term schedules are up on the student assistant website.  You will see that there are two calendars up, the fall term schedule is on the bottom.  The top calendar is the spring term schedule.  Please remember that these schedules are only for September 16-29th and then we will give you a new schedule after those first two weeks after we hire new students. 

Let me know if you have any questions,
Heidi

Annual Student Assistant Picnic!

End of term matters

TO:                  Oesterle Library Student Assistants

FROM:            Belinda Cheek, Coordinator of the Student Assistant Program

RE:                  End-of-Term Matters

DATE:              May 8, 2013

There are several matters that we must take care of before the term ends.  Please read this memo carefully!

1.            All supervisors will be completing performance evaluations for each of the student assistants that work in their unit.  Your supervisor(s) will meet with you by May 31^st to discuss your evaluation.  Please let me know if you have any questions about this process.

2.            We need to know whether or not you are planning to return to North Central and your position at the library in the fall.  If you are returning, please complete a Fall Term schedule.  If for any reason you do not plan to return in the fall, please fill out the "Will not be returning to Oesterle" form to let us know your intentions as soon as possible!

3.            FALL TERM SCHEDULES - All of you who do plan to return to work Fall Term will be assigned a work schedule before you leave for the summer.  That work schedule will be for the first two weeks of the term only.  Priority during that time will be given to covering all night and weekend desk hours, and then daytime desk hours as available.  We will need to hire a large number of new student assistants during those two weeks, and we will be depending on all of you to help us keep operations running while we do that hiring!  Early in the second week of the term you will receive a new work schedule that will be in effect for weeks 3-10.

Your appropriate schedule form should be completed to indicate when you will be available to work during those first two weeks of Fall Term.  Please complete the form carefully and thoughtfully!  Also, remember that if you submit a schedule that that does not leave sufficient hours for us to work with when assigning schedules, the form will be returned to you for revision!  All forms should be given to Heidi by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, MAY 16^th.

4.         FINALS WEEK - All student assistants are expected to work their regular work schedule through Saturday, June 1^st.  A finals week schedule is being prepared for Sunday, June 2^nd through Wednesday, June 5^th.  All student assistants are required to sign up to work a minimum of four hours during finals week.  Please see Heidi by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, MAY 16^th to sign up for your hours.

Applications for One Student Coordinator Position

TO:                  Oesterle Library Student Assistants

FROM:            Belinda Cheek, Coordinator of the Student Assistant Program

RE:                  Applications for One Student Coordinator Position

DATE:             April 30, 2013

We have an opening for a Student Coordinator position, to begin Summer Term.  Applications will be accepted from all non-graduating student assistants.  Please note that length, type and quality of service will be taken into consideration during the hiring process.  If you are interested in applying, please read the following information carefully.

The full position description is available on the student assistant website.  Applicants should read this thoroughly and address specific work responsibilities in their application letter.

The salary level for an SC is $10.30 per hour.  Please remember that SCs are expected to work very specific hours (which include both summer and December Term hours).   Student Coordinators are only allowed to work and sub for SC hours.  Specific hours to be shared by the two SCs include: 

Academic Terms

Monday – Thursday             Friday             Sunday

9-Midnight                              5-8 p.m.           9-Midnight      

December Term

Monday – Thursday             Saturday                   

5-9:30 p.m.                              9:30-4  

Summer Term

Monday – Thursday             Friday             Saturday                    Sunday

5-9:30  p.m.                             5-8  p.m.          8:30-1  p.m.                 5-9:30  p.m.

                                                                        1-5:30  p.m.

Anyone wishing to apply for the SC position should email a letter of application to me that includes the number of terms you have worked, areas in which you have worked, and reasons you feel especially qualified for the position. 

Given the approaching deadline to apply for summer housing, the deadline for applying for this position is 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 2.  Interviews will be conducted shortly thereafter.  Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding these positions or the procedures for applying.

Three Important Matters

TO: Oesterle Library Student Assistants
FROM: Belinda Cheek, Coordinator of the Student Assistant Program
RE: Three Important Matters DATE: April 19, 2013

1. Save the date! Our annual Student Assistant Picnic will be on Tuesday, May 21st from Noon-1:30. Hope to see you all there!

2. We have four student assistant positions available for the summer:

2 full-time (40 hours per week) positions
* must be able to work from June 6 through September 13
* will include daytime, evening and weekend hours during summer term
* will be strictly Mon-Fri 8am-5pm once summer term ends (after August 2nd)
* limited vacation time (unpaid) may be arranged but cannot be taken during the week of September 9-13
* will include Information Services Desk and Periodicals Desk hours as well as assignments in other library units
**These positions may be divided into part-time positions

1 full-time (40 hours per week) SUMMER TERM ONLY position
 *must be able to work from June 10 through August 2
*will include daytime, evening and weekend hours
 *will include Information Services Desk and Periodicals Desk hours as well as assignments in other library units
**This position may be divided into two part-time positions

 1 part-time (20 hours per week) SUMMER TERM ONLY position 
* must be able to work from June 10 through August 2
* may include daytime, evening and weekend hours
 * will include primarily Information Services Desk and Periodicals Desk hours with possible assignments in other library units

Housing will be available on campus. Details regarding campus housing can be obtained from Residence Life. If you are interested in living on campus, you should contact their office immediately for further information.

If you are interested in applying for a summer position, please complete the online application form by Noon on Monday, April 29th.

3. We have one ASC position available for Fall Term 2013. Please read the following carefully if you are interested in applying for this position!

The ASC position responsibilities are outlined in the full position descriptions that is posted on the Student Assistant website under “Job Responsibilities.” Please be sure to read this description carefully if you are considering applying for this position! Student assistant must have completed a minimum of 2 terms of working at the library in order to be eligible to apply. All applicants must have a strong work record, be dependable, and have excellent customer services skills.

There is no increase in salary level for ASC positions. However, as these positions require additional responsibilities, they are a great addition to your resume! When asked to do letters of recommendations for students in these positions, we are always careful to indicate the additional responsibilities and the fact that the student was selected for one of just 3 positions. Please keep in mind that these positions require working 1-2 nights per week, a potential Saturday shift, and a 3 hour shift on Sunday. Assistant Student Coordinators are also allowed to pick up sub hours for Information Services Desk and Periodicals desk shifts. ASC positions do not require summer or December Term hours. Specific hours to be shared by the three ASCs include:

Academic Terms
Monday – Thursday             Saturday                                  Sunday
5-9 p.m.                               9 a.m.- 1 p.m. 1-5:30 p.m.      12-3 p.m. 3-6 p.m. 6-9 p.m.

Anyone wishing to apply for the ASC position should email a letter of application to me that includes the number of terms you have worked, areas in which you have worked, and reasons you feel especially qualified for the position. 

The deadline for applying is Noon on Monday, April 29th. Interviews will be conducted shortly thereafter. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding this position or the procedures for applying.

We are open today

Hello!

Sorry everyone that I didn't communicate on the blog that we weren't open.  I was dealing with some water issues in my basement.

We are open today!  So please come in for your shifts.  Please use caution when driving in and let us know for any reason if you are not able to make it today.

Thanks!
Heidi

New Name

Hey everyone!

Just to give you a heads up my name on campus has officially changed.  You will be receiving emails from Heidi Popovich now instead of Heidi Kaul, so please do not delete those emails because you will be missing something important!

Thanks!
Heidi

Muslim Journeys materials

Hi all,

In January we were one of 843 libraries awarded the Bridging Cultures Bookshelf: Muslim Journeys materials. This collection includes 25 books and 4 dvds. All materials are currently on display in the lobby (below the tv monitor). If patrons would like to check out any of these materials, they are currently on 3 day Reserve. (Reserve band is on the back of the materials.) So, please check them out as normal for a 3 day Reserve. When they are returned, please try to be sure they get placed back on the display rather than on the Reserve shelf.

If you'd like to learn more about this collection, you can do so at http://bridgingcultures.neh.gov/muslimjourneys/. We will be planning some programming based on these materials to be held in the fall.

Let me know if you have questions/suggestions!

Belinda

New Schedules are up!

New Schedules!

The new schedules are up! You can find them on your personal schedule page. Let me know if you have any conflicts as soon as possible. Note that they begin Monday, March 25th.

We will be closed March 29th at noon until April 1st, so no one will be working those days.  Which also means to see your regular schedule you should move the calendar to the week of April 1st.

Let me know if you have any questions!

Finals Week

Hello!

The finals week schedules are on your calendars.  Make sure you know them and they are correct.

There are a few open shifts on the website.

Thanks,
Heidi

End of Term matters

TO:                  Oesterle Library Student Assistants

FROM:           Belinda Cheek, Coordinator of the Student Assistant Program

RE:                 End of Term Matters

DATE:            February 12, 2013

It is time to complete the scheduling process for finals week and for Spring Term: 

1.         All student assistants are required to work their regular Winter Term schedule through Saturday, March 9^th.  ALL student assistants must sign up to work a minimum of 4 hours during finals week (March 10-13).  Please see Heidi by 5:00 pm on Thursday, February 21^st to sign up for your finals week hours.

2.        Please fill out your appropriate blank schedule for SpringTerm.  Please complete this schedule and return to Heidi by 5:00 pm on Thursday, February 21^st.  Please fill this out thoughtfully, and remember that any schedules that are too full for us to work with will be returned for revision!!  If for any reason you are not able to work Spring Term, please let Heidi know ASAP.

Spring Break Position

TO: Oesterle Library Student Assistants
FROM: Belinda Cheek, Coordinator of the Student Assistant Program
RE: Spring Break position
DATE: February 5, 2013

 Oesterle Library has one full-time student assistant position available for Spring Break.  The requirements of this position include:
• Expected to work 8 am to 5 pm on the following dates:
          March 14, 15
          March 18-22

 Preference will be given to applicants that:
•are able to work all expected hours and dates
•have an excellent attendance and work record

 Please note that Residence Life has not yet distributed information about the availability of housing during Spring Break. If you are interested in working but would require campus housing, please contact Residence Life about this right away.

Anyone interested in applying for this position must submit this form by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, February 11.

Quiet Zone

Please remember that you are not supposed to be visiting with anyone at the desks especially the periodicals desk.  It is the quiet zone, a place where people are supposed to be quiet, especially you.

Get it done!

New Interlibrary Loan Items

Hello!

You will see that there is a new type of interlibrary loan item.  It is the white banded interlibrary loan item.  These items can only be checked out and returned by the staff of the information services desk, please do not try to do anything with these items!

These will be replacing the purple band books so don't worry about those anymore!

Let me know if you have any questions!
Heidi

Sanitize!

Hello,

There are many cases of the flu reported at the wellness center.  Please, use the sanitizing wipes to disinfect your desk every time you start a shift!

Let's stay healthy!
Heidi